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What's the matter with kids today? Phones? Common Core?
Kids need more time for independent play. Should that include free play online?

Joanne Jacobs
Jul 112 min read


It's a spaceship, it's a castle, it's an empty cardboard box
Children need time to play -- without supervision or screens.

Joanne Jacobs
Mar 141 min read


Reclaiming childhood
Childhood is making a comeback.

Joanne Jacobs
Dec 14, 20252 min read


In a 'boy-friendly' school, boys get more time to play, socialize, choose activities
To be more "boy-friendly," a Baltimore boys' school added free play, student-run clubs and chances to socialize before classes start.

Joanne Jacobs
Feb 16, 20252 min read
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